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    2010 Kia Sorento

    The 2010 Kia Sorento is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $46,990 for the Urban variant and topping out at $64,490 for the LTD variant.

    There are 4 variants of the Sorento available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-2009.

    The 2010 Sorento was offered with a 5 year, 100,000 km warranty.

    Engine options for the Kia Sorento include 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (145kW/445Nm) and 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (145kW/422Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.

    Retail Price
    $46,990 - $64,490
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion
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    Retail Price
    $46,990 - $64,490
    Transmission
    6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    4x4 or Front
    Fuel Type
    Diesel
    Body Types
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion

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    2010 Kia Sorento

    Available Variants

    The Kia Sorento comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Urban and the most expensive being LTD.

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    Power to Weight
    82.39 kW/t
    53.7 kW/t
    118.27 kW/t
    Boot Space
    531 litres
    190 litres
    969 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    6.7 - 7.4 L/100km
    6.4 L/100km
    11.5 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    946 - 1,194 km
    613 km
    1,194 km
    Price
    $54,800
    $54,800
    Warranty (Years)
    5 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    100,000 km
    100,000 km
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    2 years
    4 years
    4 years

    Towing & Off-Road Capability

    Gross Vehicle Weight
    2,510 kg
    1,960 kg
    2,990 kg
    Braked Towing Capacity
    2,000 - 2,500 kg
    1,500 kg
    3,000 kg
    Approach Angle
    25.1°
    24.6°
    32°
    Departure Angle
    23.1°
    21.6°
    26°
    Ground Clearance Unladen
    184 mm
    184 mm
    228 mm
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    2010 Kia Sorento

    Historical Information

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    Urban

    2025

    $66,490

    EX

    2024

    $68,490

    Earth

    2025

    $73,490

    Deluxe

    2024

    $73,490

    Premium

    2024

    $80,990

    Water

    2025

    $88,490

    Year
    2025
    2024
    Engine Type
    1.6L HEV
    2.2L Combustion
    Fuel
    Unleaded
    Diesel
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sport Utility Vehicle
    Number of Doors
    5 Doors
    Drivetrain
    Front
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    169 kW
    148 kW

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    2010 Kia Sorento

    Dimensions

    4,685 mm
    1,885 mm
    1,710 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,685 mm
    Overall Width1,885 mm
    Overall Height1,710 mm
    Wheelbase2,700 mm
    Turning Circle10,880 mm
    Load Capacity750 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2010 Kia Sorento

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Kia Sorento is the Urban variant that starts from $46,990.

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    The most expensive Kia Sorento is the LTD variant that starts from $64,490.

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    The best towing capacity of a Kia Sorento is offered by the LX variant which can tow 2500 kg.

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    The largest Kia Sorento is the Urban variant which measures 1885mm wide, 4685mm in length and sits 1710mm tall.

    All variants of the Kia Sorento have a maximum power of 145kW and 445nm of torque.

    The Kia Sorento is built in Korea and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Kia Sorento is the Urban variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2510 kg.

    The Kia Sorento uses Diesel fuel.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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